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18V LXT Lithium-Ion Recipro Saw
 
Owner's Manual Service Parts List Warranty  
       
  Features    
 
  • Makita built, D35 high torque motor delivers 50% faster cutting with a 1-1/8" stroke that cuts 2,900 SPM
  • Compact design at only 19-5/8" length and weighs only 8.1 lbs. for less operator fatigue
  • Ergonomic shape fits like a glove with even pressure and easy controlLXT Lithium-Ion provides longer run time, 5x lower self-discharge (for use any time) and 16 firm holding contact terminals (for constant high power)
  • 45-minute Optimum Charger and battery communicates throughout the charging process using the built-in chip in the battery and built-in CPU chip in the charger. The Charger also uses "Active 3 Control" for current control, thermal control & voltage control
  • 45-minute Optimum Charger has a built-in fan to cool the battery to produce more lifetime work
  • Two built-in L.E.D. lights for more illuminated work
  • One-handed, fast tool-less blade changes and shoe adjustments
  • Retractable hook allows tool to remain close-by, but never in the way
  • Two-piece armature and field along with externally accessible brushes for serviceability and longer motor life
       
       

 
   
       
 

 
 

Max. Cutting Depth 

 

  

  

Pipe

5-1/8" 

  

Wood (w/12" blade)

10" 

Length of stroke 

 

1-1/8" 

Strokes/Min.(SPM) 

 

0-2,900 

Watt Hours 

 

54.0 

Battery (Ah) 

 

3.0 

Length 

 

19-5/8" 

Net Weight (lbs. w/battery) 

 

8.1 

Shipping Weight (lbs.) 

 

17.70 

UPC Code 

 

088381067300
 

 
 

I’ve used a recip saw for years, so I know what one should do, and this does it.  Lightweight but still rugged and powerful.  Easy blade change.  The Lithium-ion battery has good run time.  A lot nice to haul one of these to a roof peak that try to drag a corded model up.
                                                          ____ Henry Pena
   
 

 
 
  2 LXT Lithium-ion 3.0Ah batteries (194205-3)
Makita 194205-3 18V, 3Ah LXT Lithium Ion (Li-on) battery produces 280% more lifetime work with 2x more cycles
Charging at any time will have no effect on the battery
 
  45-min optimum charger (DC18SC)
Makita 194205-3 18V, 3Ah LXT Lithium Ion (Li-on)
     

Blade
Carrying Case

   
 

 
 
LXT Lithium-ion Tools

Every Makita ® 18V and 14.4V LXT Lithium-Ion Industrial Power Tool is thoroughly inspected and tested before leaving the factory. If you are not satisfied with Makita 18V and 14.4V LXT Lithium-Ion tool within 30 days of purchase, return it and Makita will provide a replacement or refund. Every Makita 18V and 14.4V LXT Lithium-Ion tool is warranted to be free of defects from workmanship and materials for the period of THREE YEARS from the date of original purchase. The Makita LXT Lithium-ion battery has a limited one-year warranty. Should any trouble develop during the three-year period, return the COMPLETE tool, freight prepaid, to one of Makita's Factory or Authorized Service Centers . If inspection shows the trouble is caused by defective workmanship or material, Makita will repair (or at our option, replace) without charge. This warranty does not apply to Makita Accessories, like flashlights.

This Warranty does not apply where:
  • Repairs have been made or attempted by others
  • Repairs are required because of normal wear and tear
  • The tool has been abused, misused or improperly maintained
  • Alterations have been made to the tool